Two people have been arrested following an assault in Whanganui on Sunday 18 June.
At around 2.15am, Police located a critically injured man on the corner of St Hill Street and Ridgeway Street.
The victim’s injuries appeared to have been consistent with an assault.
After a thorough investigation, Police have arrested two people in relation to the incident.
The two men have been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
A 19-year-old is due to appear in Whanganui District Court tomorrow (27 June) and an 18-year-old is due to appear in Whanganui District Court on Tuesday 11 July.
The victim remains in hospital in a stable condition.
Thanks to information provided by the public, Police were able to hold these offenders to account and provide some reassurance for the victim and community.
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Issued by Police Media Centre